Q: What’s an appropriate amount to give the officiant who will be performing our wedding ceremony?
A: The officiant’s fee varies based on your relationship with him and the house of worship, local customs, and how much time they spend working with you before the wedding. If your have little contact with the officiant beforehand, the cost might be as low as $100; in other situations, especially those in which he has met with you several times about the ceremony, the fee can be as high as $500. You could call the church or synagogue and ask the secretary what is commonly offered or if the cost is pre-set. Once you know the appropriate fee, present it on your wedding day in a sealed envelope along with a note of thanks from you and your new spouse.
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Wedding invitation have been sent out, had an engagment party and bridal shower, now the wedding is OFF. Do I (being the bride to be) have to return the gifts from my Bridal shower?
Of course you do, and RIGHT AWAY, along with any other gifts received for your wedding.